Indigo Divers – Albufeira Dive Centre
Indigo Divers – Albufeira Dive Centre
Indigo Divers – Albufeira Dive Centre
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
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We are your Only 5 star IDC centre with on-site Course Director in the Area offering the highest quality of standards for all Courses to Instructor, Guided dives / Services. Come learn or dive with us, with experience staff to help you enjoy your holiday.
Albufeira, Portugal
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Lee C
1 contribution
Jun 2021
I booked 6 dives with Indigo in advance in the UK. Communication was excellent prior to arrival while finalising what I would like to do. The dive school is quite compact and reasonably located in Albufeira. A short 10minute walk from the main strip. Once kitted up on dive day you are transported to the harbour to board a small rib, ideal size for a small party. I was impressed by a few things. Firstly the kit is very well maintained and very good quality. Everything is clean, free from defects and sterilised fully. Secondly the knowledge. Jo has a huge knowledge and is very happy to discuss and explain fully. As you would hope diving safety is paramount and I whitnessed a few refusals to dive as people were turning up unqualified for boat dives. Having visited a few dive schools I know sometimes this not the case. The atmosphere in the dive centre and on the boat is good, nothing pretentious for the qualified but less experienced, questions are encouraged. The diving was very good, it was cold for someone not usually feeling the cold I was comfortable but many might need more layers. I used a 7mm on the day. Sites are reef based (they have more but I didn’t do these days)
There is plenty to see, octopus, squid, eels , crabs as well as the normal sea life. Exit from the rib via backwards roll and entry via a ladder at the rear. Usually two dives are planned with tank exchange on board. Another nice thing is the data starts at 08:30 and your done by 13:30. This is a great point to allow you fully enjoy your holidays and diving at the same time.
For me this was a great value, no stress experience.
There is plenty to see, octopus, squid, eels , crabs as well as the normal sea life. Exit from the rib via backwards roll and entry via a ladder at the rear. Usually two dives are planned with tank exchange on board. Another nice thing is the data starts at 08:30 and your done by 13:30. This is a great point to allow you fully enjoy your holidays and diving at the same time.
For me this was a great value, no stress experience.
Written June 12, 2021
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Jez B
8 contributions
May 2021
I had a wonderful day with Jo & Steve at Indigo Divers taking the 'Discover Scuba Diving' one day course. I was carefully briefed, asked health questions, kitted out and tested in a nearby swimming pool. After I was considered competent we drove to the quay side and went out a couple of kilometres to a reef. I enjoyed a 55 minute dive with Steve (to apex 50ft deep), always closely monitored and checked on by Steve to ensure I was safe. It gave me a great insight into Scuba Diving and I will be taking my PADI course with them the next time I come to Albufeira. The one day course costs €100 and in my view was worth every cent. For an additional €15 you can have videos and stills taken throughout the day. Thank you for a great day.
Best wishes
Jez B
Best wishes
Jez B
Written May 29, 2021
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Guide440656
Rochford, UK12 contributions
Aug 2021 • Family
Prior to booking with Indigo, I did a little research into dive operations in the Algarve and chose Indigo as the majority of reviews based on clients prior experiences were 5star reviews. I am so pleased I chose Indigo.
My daughter aged 13 needed to complete her PADI open water course and following several emails from Jo about all of the options available, we signed her up to complete her course. Communication from Indigo was 1st class so that immediately gave me reassurance that my daughter would be in safe hands when left with her instructor Steve.
Jo, Steve, Daphne and Matt are incredibly professional and despite early nervousness from my daughter, they put our minds to rest in that the open water course would be exciting, fun and especially, safe.
As a family dive business, you couldn’t ask for a more professional company with superb instruction, attentive staff and overall, if you could rate them with a 6star review, we would do!
My daughter passed her OW course, now wants to do her AOW course and is “hooked” on diving.
Thanks again to Jo, Steve, Daphne and Matt for an amazing experience and when we return again next year to the Algarve, will be back to Indigo divers for more exhilarating diving with them. If you have any doubts on who to choose to dive with when your next in the Algarve, don’t hesitate to book with Indigo.
My daughter aged 13 needed to complete her PADI open water course and following several emails from Jo about all of the options available, we signed her up to complete her course. Communication from Indigo was 1st class so that immediately gave me reassurance that my daughter would be in safe hands when left with her instructor Steve.
Jo, Steve, Daphne and Matt are incredibly professional and despite early nervousness from my daughter, they put our minds to rest in that the open water course would be exciting, fun and especially, safe.
As a family dive business, you couldn’t ask for a more professional company with superb instruction, attentive staff and overall, if you could rate them with a 6star review, we would do!
My daughter passed her OW course, now wants to do her AOW course and is “hooked” on diving.
Thanks again to Jo, Steve, Daphne and Matt for an amazing experience and when we return again next year to the Algarve, will be back to Indigo divers for more exhilarating diving with them. If you have any doubts on who to choose to dive with when your next in the Algarve, don’t hesitate to book with Indigo.
Written September 3, 2021
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cmh69d
Bonn, Germany252 contributions
Sep 2021 • Solo
I love smaller dive shops because of the personal feel and the attention to small details. Jo and Steve (helped by Daphne and Matt) run a great shop! They know their business and you feel part of the dive family from the second you walk in. Yes..the dives were cold, but they were great - you need to dive slow and close to see the teeming sea life - octopus, NUDIBRANCHS EVERYWHERE, and lots of variety. Was a thoroughly enjoyable experience and highly recommended!!!
Written September 2, 2021
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Renaud P
1 contribution
Apr 2023 • Couples
Me and my girlfriend did three days with Jo and Steve beginning of April. We have our PADI advanced but didn't dive for 9 years and wanted to get back into it, so they arranged a refresher in the pool on the first day with Steve. It was perfect to get used to the equipment and skills again, and included a recap on the equipment assembly and check and the important safety tips. Very recommandable as it will make you more comfortable on the "real" dives.
We then did four dives from the boat. The reef dives we did were really nice, even though the visibility was not great. They know those areas super well and know where to look, so we still managed to see some cool things like octopuses.
We rented the whole equipment with them and I have nothing to say: most of the stuff was brand new and very well cared for. They made sure all fitted well before going.
I found them to be super kind and very safety-focused the whole time, and taking the whole thing very seriously, not taking detours when telling instructions and answering concerns, which really made us confident on the dives. They are making sure your life is safe before your ego (which is maybe why some reviewers found Steve rough with them?) On my side this is exactly what I want when doing a somewhat dangerous activity. They are the experts and if you do as they say all will go smoothly!
Put shortly, I highly recommend, whether you want to discover diving or you're an advanced diver, they'll sort you out!
We then did four dives from the boat. The reef dives we did were really nice, even though the visibility was not great. They know those areas super well and know where to look, so we still managed to see some cool things like octopuses.
We rented the whole equipment with them and I have nothing to say: most of the stuff was brand new and very well cared for. They made sure all fitted well before going.
I found them to be super kind and very safety-focused the whole time, and taking the whole thing very seriously, not taking detours when telling instructions and answering concerns, which really made us confident on the dives. They are making sure your life is safe before your ego (which is maybe why some reviewers found Steve rough with them?) On my side this is exactly what I want when doing a somewhat dangerous activity. They are the experts and if you do as they say all will go smoothly!
Put shortly, I highly recommend, whether you want to discover diving or you're an advanced diver, they'll sort you out!
Written April 10, 2023
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Beapdionisio
Albufeira, Portugal5 contributions
Apr 2021
Jo and steve are amazing they are of the most welcoming and will help you with anything you need. There are a wide diversity of dive sites, where, you can observe most of the Atlantic and Mediterranean fauna.
I had my first experience with Indigo divers back in 2006/2009, they are the reason I'm a diver today. So totally recommend! Was good to also see Gina and Tiago again!
Thanks for awesome the day!
I had my first experience with Indigo divers back in 2006/2009, they are the reason I'm a diver today. So totally recommend! Was good to also see Gina and Tiago again!
Thanks for awesome the day!
Written May 5, 2021
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Alistair S
4 contributions
Apr 2022 • Family
Jo was outstanding - no other word for it. My daughter, Katie, was desperate to do her PADI scuba after a resort dive last October in Lanzarote. But Katie is only 10 years old so we were a little nervous. At almost no notice Jo put a plan together for 2 days training. She did the pool training one on one but made it clear my daughter would still need to complete the theory herself. For the two OW dives it was quite challenging conditions (I did them as well) - poor visibility, cold and some swell. She looked after Katie like she was her own daughter, ensuring she was able to do the dives but importantly complete the necessary exercises for her PADI scuba qualification. Simply couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Written April 15, 2022
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Stephen P
1 contribution
Oct 2022 • Solo
Great team and great diving experience. As an experienced diver I appreciated their attention to safety. I did 4 dives over two days and the sites were great. So much to see including octopus, conger eels and thousands of fish. At times it was like swimming in an aquarium. I would recommend Indigo divers for experienced divers, and those looking to learn!
Written October 18, 2022
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Jonathan A
Vancouver, Canada10 contributions
Sep 2023 • Solo
I did a two tank dive today with Jo and Steve and 4 strangers. We ended up having a great time. We had a mix of abilities but Steve handled it well sending the people who used more air up first to the boat. We went to two dive sites and had a great time. We saw a ton of octopus as well as some sea bream and tons of other fish and eels. I would go back.
Written September 25, 2023
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Rosa P
1 contribution
Apr 2023
I did refresher and 6 dives with indigo divers. The refresher was super helpful because there were few years since I dove last time. Then we did 6 really nice dives and we saw loads of octopuses and had so much fun. Even if it was rough day at the sea, Jo and Steve were always so professional and you could trust them. Also there was very homey feeling on the dive center and felt like part of the family for few days haha. I do recommend diving with Jo and Steve! Thanks guys and I hope I see you again soon!
Written April 12, 2023
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Francisco Franco
Ciudad de la Costa, Uruguay
Hola, somos un grupo de 12 personas. Vamos a estar del 29/08 al 04/09. Se puede organizar algo?
Written August 14, 2024
Bonjour,
Je suis à Albufeira du 01 au 08 septembre avec mon ami et j aimerais faire de la plongée, ce serait une 1ere
Néanmoins avez-vous des moniteurs français?
Written August 22, 2022
Olá,
Meu marido é certificado e está procurando um mergulho para fazer (até segunda feira) há algo planejado? Qual a melhor forma de contatar voces? Estivemos na loja hoje pela manhã mas nao encontramos ninguém, qual seria um bom horário para ir lá?
Muito obrigada!
Written September 6, 2018
Obrigado pela sua mensagem desculpa sentimos a tua falta esta manhã de sábado temos espaço se quiser enviar-me um e-mail: info@indigo-divers.pt - posso dar-lhe mais informações.
Written September 6, 2018
Hi, is it possible for a beginner to dive directly into the sea without theory and pool lessons? If so, what are the prices?
Written July 21, 2018
Hi
You must do some swimming pool practice first before going diving with just a little briefing for the Discover Scuba Diving program.
Discover Scuba Diving - 1 day program. Theory + Pool + 1 dive in the sea. Holiday program 120Euros with all equipment and insurance included. Promotion: 2nd person pays 90 Euros
Written July 22, 2018
Hi, last year I got My first padi degree, nog Im
Leaving for albufeire tomorrow and I would like to do a few diving trips, I need to rent a trimvest air tank and computer, ill bring My own suit and breater.
Is this possible?
Written July 8, 2018
Hello
No problem to come diving with us, send us a email or pop into the centre and we can tell you our schedule and arrange some dives. We dive daily in small groups and all guided for your help.
Regards Jo
Written July 9, 2018
scarter72
Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Hi I’ve never dived before but would love to try is this possible with yourselves?
Written July 6, 2018
Hello
Thank you for your question, no problem to try and learn with us, a few options below but there are others on our website:
Discover Scuba Diving - 1 day program. Theory + Pool + 1 dive in the sea. Holiday program 120Euros with all equipment and insurance included. Promotion: 2nd person pays 90 Euros
Description: You will have a briefing & then practice in the pool (normally 40mins-1hour) to get comfortable, after successfully completing some basic skills with a Instructor (with the Instructors approval of safety) we go to the sea for a fun dive to explore the ocean with the Instructor (dive lasts about 30-50mins depending how relaxed you are meaning you breath less, stay down longer!!). After this you get a diploma which counts towards a certification BUT is not a qualification.
PADI Scuba Diver - 2 day course - 1st day of theory an pool and the 2nd day with 2 dives in open water. This certification is valid to dive anywhere in the world to 12 meters always with an Instructor or a Divemaster.
260 Euros that include a Manual, logbook, certification, insurance and all necessary equipment.
I hope this helps and if you have any further questions or wish to book please email
Written July 7, 2018
Para ver una buena fauna hace falta hacer buceo o con snorkel llega? No tengo curso de buceo y queria verlo en un solo dia
Written June 13, 2018
I would recommend diving to see more life than snorkelling.
Discover Scuba Diving – 1 día de programa Teoría + piscina + 1 inmersión en el mar. 120Euros: programa de vacaciones con todo el equipo y seguro incluido. Segunda persona paga 90 €
Written June 13, 2018
Gracias por su mensaje, sí lo hacemos bautismo.
Discover Scuba Diving – 1 día de programa Teoría + piscina + 1 inmersión en el mar. 120Euros: programa de vacaciones con todo el equipo y seguro incluido. Segunda persona paga 90 €.
Espero que esto ayude si desea más información, póngase en contacto conmigo por correo electrónico.
Written March 26, 2018
Mirrorpool
County Dublin, Ireland
what price is it for a refresher session, plus a couple of single dives there after.?
Written December 18, 2017
Hello
The ReActivate course can be tailored to you depending how long you have been out of the water.
If not a long time like a year or two and have many dives you could do the ReActivate directly in the sea. 75€ for this training dive.
If you have not dived for more years you will need to do pool session and this is 75€ plus fun sea dives after.
There is a link on our website with full information and a link to padi to do the theory online.
Please email me for full details.
Regards
Written December 19, 2017
hola, cual seria el precio de la actividad en el caso de que no tengamos ningun titulo (pero si sepamos hacer submarinismo) y solo queramos disfrutar de una inmersión ?
Written August 10, 2017
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